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Shodan MCP server

w0h1v/mcp-shodan

MCP server for Shodan API — device search, IP and domain recon, DNS, and CVE/CPE queries.

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Install Shodan in Claude Code

Claude Code
claude mcp add w0h1v-shodan -e SHODAN_API_KEY=... -- npx -y @burtthecoder/mcp-shodan
mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "w0h1v-shodan": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@burtthecoder/mcp-shodan"
      ],
      "env": {
        "SHODAN_API_KEY": "..."
      }
    }
  }
}

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Frequently asked questions

What does the Shodan MCP server do?

MCP server for Shodan API — device search, IP and domain recon, DNS, and CVE/CPE queries.

Is the Shodan MCP server free?

The server is free, but you will likely need an account. The server itself is free, but it connects to a service that needs an account or API key, which may have paid tiers. Check the provider for current pricing.

Does Shodan run locally or remotely?

Local. Runs on your machine (stdio). You install it with npx, uvx, Docker or from source.

How do I add Shodan to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add w0h1v-shodan -e SHODAN_API_KEY=... -- npx -y @burtthecoder/mcp-shodan

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